1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Xedos |
| Model | 2200 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
